New for 2012 - We've condensed this course to one very full day. 

Plan on being in class from 8:00am-5:00pm and perhaps longer depending on questions from the students. Tool review will take place at SIPschool's shop.

The curriculum focuses on the integration of SIPs into a custom home construction project, and is tailored to educate those inexperienced with structural insulated panels.

Who should attend:

Topics of discussion include:

• The proper foundation
• Site prep
• How best to make SIPs accommodate your design
• What level of service to shop for in a SIP supplier
• EPS vs. Urethane (The Facts)
• Do you need an Architect or a Designer?
• Pre-fabricated vs. blank panels
• Site access and material handling
• Economizing Equipment requirements
• Electrical planning and implementation
• Working with your HVAC contractor
• To vent or not to vent
• Siding and roofing solutions
• The myth about R-Value
• Energy Star compliance
• HERS rating
• Tax credits and other free money
• Qualifying your panel installer
• SIP house maintenance
• The ten biggest mistakes owners/builders make

Included in course:

• Lunch  (Meals only served at the home facility - West Virginia)
• Course workbook
• Visit to the SIPschool shop where students will see mock ups of SIP building details (at the end of the day)
  
• Overview of tools and techniques used for proper panel installation at the SIPschool shop
  

Hours:

• 8:00am-5:00pm (or later, depending on questions from students) The Inn at Charles Town, Charles Town WV
• Tool Review at end of day, SIPschool Shop